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antithesis

/ænˈθɪθɪsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does antithesis mean?

noun

A figure of speech in which two opposite ideas are put together in a sentence to achieve a contrasting effect. It is often used to highlight the difference between two things.

Example

"The politician's speech was a masterful example of antithesis, as he juxtaposed the benefits of progress with the dangers of stagnation."

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